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- 1Fragment of world's oldest peace treaty found in Turkey●Fragment of oldest known peace treaty found in Turkey
Archaeologists in Turkey have recovered a fragment of the Egyptian-Hittite peace treaty, regarded as the oldest known peace agreement in the world, dating to the 13th century BC after the Battle of Kadesh. The find offers fresh physical traces of a diplomatic accord signed between Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II and Hittite king Hattusili III, drawing interest from history and archaeology enthusiasts.
- 2Archaeologists saved 30,000 treasures from ISIS, study reveals●Archaeologists Risked Their Lives to Save 30,000 Treasures from ISIS Terrorists—New Study Shows How https:// fed.brid.gy
A new study documents how archaeologists risked their lives to rescue some 30,000 artefacts and treasures from sites and museums threatened by ISIS during its occupation of territory in Iraq and Syria. The research details the covert efforts to hide and evacuate antiquities, drawing attention to one of the largest cultural heritage rescue operations carried out under conflict conditions.
- 3Life-Size Petroglyph in Sudan May Depict Ancient Nubian King●Rare Life-Size Petroglyph in Sudan May Reveal an Ancient Nubian King
A rare life-size petroglyph discovered in Sudan may depict an ancient Nubian king, according to reports. The carved figure, found among Sudan's rich archaeological landscape, could offer new insight into the rulers of Nubia, a civilisation closely intertwined with ancient Egypt. Archaeologists and history enthusiasts are discussing what the image might reveal about Nubian royal iconography and identity.